SIMNET: An Insider's Perspective.

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Abstract:

Simulator Networking SIMNET began as an advanced research project aimed at developing a core technology for networking hundreds of affordable simulators worldwide in real time to practice joint collective warfighting skills and to develop better acquisition practices. A young Air Force scientist, Col. Jack A. Thorpe, originally brought the concept of a synthesis of combat training and advanced technology to the Advanced Research Project Agency ARPA. There he and others worked to develop a microprocessor-based network of simulators for combat training. Today SIMNET is an established technology that can be applied to many challenges. This document provides an insiders view of the programs history and records events that will be of interest to future developers of innovative technology. The document substantiates what was done to create SIMNET, discusses how simulation technology will influence the future, and recognizes the people who made the program possible.

Author(s):
Cosby, L. N.
Author Organization(s):
INSTITUTE FOR DEFENSE ANALYSES ALEXANDRIA VA
Descriptive Note:
Final rept. 16-26 Jan 95,
Pagination:
0027

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
IDA-D-1661, IDA/HQ-95-46334
Contract/Grant Number(s):
DASW01-94-C-0054
Monitor Series:
95-46334, ARPA
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1.2.1_Training; JCA_5.3.1_Analyze Problem; JCA_1.1_Force Management; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_5.3.4_Develop Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.5_Analyze Courses of Action; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_1.2.4_Doctrine; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_1.1.1_Global Force Management; JCA_5.5.2_Task; JCA_5.5_Direct
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics
Communities of Interest:
Ground and Sea Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*COMPUTERIZED SIMULATION, *MILITARY TRAINING, *COMPUTER NETWORKS, SIMULATORS, AIR FORCE, ACQUISITION, MICROPROCESSORS, REAL TIME, SYNTHESIS, JOINT MILITARY ACTIVITIES, HISTORY, RECORDS, COMPUTER AIDED INSTRUCTION, COMBAT FORCES, SCIENTISTS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Computer Programming and Software, Military Forces and Organizations, Personnel Management and Labor Relations
Keyword(s):
SIMNET(SIMULATOR NETWORKING)
Report Date:
1995 Mar 01